In the second part of a special focus on child sexual exploitation and grooming by the rich and powerful, we turn attention to how our societies and each of us as individuals (especially men) can respond. We discuss the psychological, social, and possible evolutionary drivers for predatory male behaviour, why so many seem reluctant to challenge powerful perpetrators, and take a look at helpful suggestions offered by White Ribbon and other survivor-centred organisations who are working to prevent abuse and equip men to call out predatory attitudes in their peer groups and organisations. The episode closes with practical calls to action — urging men to speak out and policymakers to listen to survivors. As always, we consider where our intentions and prayers may be needed.
Please note this episode contains descriptions that some listeners may find disturbing.
Prayers and intentions start at 23 minutes 36 seconds.
Suggested Intention Focus for this week
This week, as we reflect upon our societies’ response to child exploitation and grooming, we suggest holding as our main intention:
We will that all men have the courage to educate themselves about, and call out, the effect of misogynistic and sexually abusive language, attitudes and behaviours.
Please join us in holding this.
Referenced in this edition:
Read Ellen’s blog entry for Sacred Feminist, ‘Why is there a market for sexual slavery?’ at http://sacredfeminist.com/why-is-there-a-market-for-sexual-slavery/ NOTE: Your browser may flag the blog as being “insecure” as it’s now some years old and has an http: rather than https: flag. Rest assured, it’s safe to access and won’t collect any data that you might not want to share!
Listen to part 1 of this special two-part series at https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-bchci-19d4507 .
White Ribbon: advice for what men can do: https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/allies. One man (a White Ribbon ambassador) speaks out: https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/we-speak-up/joseph-smith .
Book: ‘Half the Sky: How to Change the World,’ by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn. Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Half-Sky-Oppression-Opportunity-Worldwide/dp/0307387097/ref=sr_1_1
Organisations providing advocacy and support to combat exploitation of girls:
Note: While all listed organisations are concerned about addressing issues of sexual violence and exploitation, their missions and support services may relate to violence prevention broadly, rather than specifically child sexual exploitation.
Australia
Bravehearts www.bravehearts.org.au
Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) www.accce.gov.au
eSafety Commissioner www.esafety.gov.au
Canada
Canadian Centre for Child Protection www.protectchildren.ca
White Ribbon Canada www.whiteribbon.ca
Ireland
One in Four Ireland www.oneinfour.ie
CARI (Children at Risk in Ireland) www.cari.ie
ISPCC / Childline Ireland ispcc.ie www.childline.ie
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre www.drcc.ie
Rape Crisis Network Ireland www.rapecrisishelp.ie
Barnardos Ireland www.barnardos.ie
Tusla (Child and Family Agency) www.tusla.ie
New Zealand
ECPAT Child Alert NZ www.ecpat.org.nz
Department of Internal Affairs – Digital Child Exploitation Team www.dia.govt.nz
Netsafe www.netsafe.org.nz
Saint Nicholas Children's Trust www.snctrust.org
United Kingdom
NSPCC www.nspcc.org.uk
Lucy Faithfull Foundation www.lucyfaithfull.org.uk
ECPAT UK www.ecpat.org.uk
Barnardo's www.barnardos.org.uk For resources, see:
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